Tropic 08´N - An Outdoor Residency Program in one of the richest biomes on earth with indigenous culture & ecology.

Description of Residency ProgramTropic 08°N presents a rare opportunity to research and develop new artistic & creative practices in a remote natural environment between rainforest and sea, in collaboration with an autonomous, indigenous group at the gateway between South and Central America. Respect for community and nature remain at the heart of this place and culture despite increased connections to the globalized world.

Our fluid, site-responsive programs introduce creatives to the local ecology and culture as well as the socio-political and historical contexts of the area, whilst presenting reciprocal benefits for local communities both socially + economically through our presence and exchange.

In our fifth year of operation, we cultivate spaces that nourish and encourage space for personal and professional growth, the freedom to learn and experiment creatively, gather and find new inspiration in remote wilderness far from structural or institutional frameworks and limitations.

Though this program we engage with new ecological and cultural perspectives of our time in a multitude of ways, as well as promoting necessary dialogues and understanding between remote areas of this planet to others worldwide.

Duration of ProgramApplications are currently open to take part in our program between 3-6 weeks (enquire for longer or shorter stays) during the following time periods:

Disciplines, work equipment and assistanceThis is a multi-disciplinaryprogram open to artists along with other creative practitioners, musicians, writers, curators, activists and scientists.

Participants are encouraged to be resourceful and work with local methods, materials, basic tools and equipment within the community and isolated natural environment.

AccommodationParticipants will live together in a shared house constructed with methods and materials near the ocean and river, in the heart of an indigenous village.

Rooms will be shared between 2-3 (private rooms may also be available on request prior to arrival) bedding and mosquito nets will be provided.

Studio/WorkspaceParticipants will be encouraged to use the outdoor, diverse environment as their studio and daily interactions with local community and ecology as their source of learning and inspiration. Artists will have access to communal workspace and solar power to charge equipment.

Cost and SupportWe are a non-profit artist-led organisation without the means to support artists fully financially.

We offer financial aid on all our programs and support and guidance when applying for funding from other institutions or crowdfunding. Over 80+ artists have been able to fund their residency and travel with intl. arts funding through our support.

We also offer an annual Indigenous Artists Bursary, for an indigenous artist based in Latin America to apply to join our program fully funded by LWC.

Funds generated from our on the ground expeditions go to sustain the project, the workers involved and into the remote communities we share with, supporting infrastructure, community, outreach and conservation of remote places.

Expectations towards the artistArtists will be able to work more independently on their self directed practice alongside our program. We expect artists to come with an open and willing attitude, to assist in the responsibilities of the resident community and be respectful towards the local nature and local indigenous communities wishes.

Application InformationApply - www.lawayakacurrent.com/applyContact - contact@lawayakacurrent.com See more on our website or contact us for further info.